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Intubation is a medical procedure involving the insertion of a tube through the mouth or nose into the trachea to maintain an open airway. It is commonly performed in emergency situations, surgeries, or in patients who are unable to breathe on their own. The tube, known as an endotracheal tube, facilitates ventilation by a mechanical ventilator in critically ill patients. Proper technique and timing are crucial to prevent complications and ensure patient safety. #respiratorytherapy #respiratorytherapist #respiratorytherapystudent #respiratorytherapyzone #respiratorycare #intubation

The V/Q ratio refers to the amount of air that reaches the alveoli per minute compared to the amount of blood. It provides an assessment of the patient's: 1. Ventilation (V) 2. Perfusion (Q) Read this guide to learn more about this topic. ✔️ https://bit.ly/2VxdPcP

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The patient with a head injury is being mechanically ventilated at a rate of 18 /min. The delivered tidal volume is 900 mL. The patient’s current arterial blood gas results are below: pH: 7.50 PaCO2: 28 torr PaO2: 90 torr HCO3: 21 mEq/L BE: -1 mEq/L The most appropriate recommendation for this patient would be to: A. Maintain the present settings B. Decrease the ventilator rate C. Decrease the tidal volume D. Add mechanical dead space

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Inappropriate Body Positioning: Failing to adequately position the body can lead to poor drainage of respiratory secretions, increasing the risk of infection. ✔️ https://bit.ly/3wboNu3

A pneumothorax is a condition in which air accumulates in the pleural space, resulting in a collapse of the affected lung. ✔️ https://bit.ly/2XHbDRm

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Guillain-Barré syndrome is a disease that causes weakness and muscle paralysis and can lead to respiratory failure. This case study explores the diagnosis and treatment of an adult patient who presented with signs and symptoms of this condition. ✔️ http://bit.ly/35iPfBg

Lobar collapse is typically caused by airway obstruction, which can result from mucus plugs, foreign bodies, tumors, or infection-related inflammation that blocks a bronchus. ✔️ https://bit.ly/4daEcLL